Coronavirus (COVID-19) & Return to School Updates 2020-2021
Welcome to Findlay City Schools
Mental Health Resources
- Call 911 if you are in a crisis situation or call the Crisis Hotline at: 1-888-936-7116
- Safer Ohio School Tip Line (text/call 24/7): 1-844-723-3764
- Family Resource Center: 419-425-5050
- Local Hancock County Help Hotline: 1-888-936-7116
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
- Building counselors are available. Please contact your building principal for more information.
January/February 2021
I would like to welcome back our students and staff from Winter Break. I am excited for the start of a New Year and all the opportunities that will be provided in 2021.
It doesn’t matter if we are in a hybrid model or a remote model, Findlay City Schools will continue to support students’ needs academically and emotionally. If your child is struggling in any area, we ask that you communicate with your child’s teacher, counselor, or building principal so that we can provide any assistance or support that is needed. You can also find mental health resources on the FCS website.
Despite the challenges that the COVID-19 pandemic has presented, we continue to focus on student achievement, ensuring academic success for each and every student. We have a lot to be proud of in this community and we appreciate your support, especially during the trying times of remote learning during 2020. Strong partnerships equal great communities and the district is proud to be a part of such a great community. Continue reading message from the Superintendent….
What’s New on This Site…
- All schools will be using Final Forms for student registration.
- Other school forms not included in Final Forms can be found on the Student Resources Page.
- Student Insurance Enrollment Information
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Progress BookCheck Grades and missed assignments. Choose Progress Book Help for help with login issues. |
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Student EmailStudent Gmail Account & Student Google account (username@findlaycityschools.org) |
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Change PasswordStudents can change their known password at the following link: Change Password. If you do not know your password, you (or your teacher) will need to request a password change from the Technology Department. |
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Office 365Access to Online version of Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote) |
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Houghton Mifflin HarcourtClick Houghton Mifflin Harcourt to access the online book resources |
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School Text AlertsSign up to start receiving text alerts about important school information or events. |
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School Lunch Menus
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Community Opportunities for Students |
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Final FormsClick Final Forms to access your Athletic & School forms |
School Start & End Times
- Washington Preschool (Preschool)
9:25am – 12:05pm & 1:00pm – 3:40pm - Primary Schools (Grades K-2) 9:15am – 3:40pm
- Intermediate Schools (Grades 3-5) 9:05am – 3:30pm
- Lincoln Elementary (Grades K-5) 9:05am – 3:30pm
- Middle School (Grades 6-8) 7:25am – 2:30pm
- Findlay High School 7:30am – 2:40pm
A Tradition of Excellence…
Findlay City Schools is located in the heart of Hancock County and is an excellent public school system. Serving a growing cultural and economically diverse population the Findlay City Schools encompasses approximately 37 square miles. Presently, the district is comprised of one high school, two middle schools, one intermediate (4-5) building, two intermediate (3-5) buildings, one K-5 building, two primary (K-2) buildings, two primary (K-3) buildings, one preschool building, and the Findlay Digital Academy serving over 5,566 students. The Findlay Trojan tradition of excellence in academics, athletics and all extracurricular activities are based on collaboration between our students, staff, administrators, parents and community who take great interest in our students. The well-qualified and caring staff is committed to creating an outstanding learning environment and a culture for excellence that supports and encourages our students and staff in their academic, extra-curricular and personal growth.
Be Part of The Tradition
Open Enroll – Free Tuition – While Seats Are Available
1:1 Chromebook Information
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Community Opportunities for Students |
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Online Payment(s)Click EZPay to easily pay your student fees online! |
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Student & Parent School Forms |
FCS District Strategy
FINDLAY CITY SCHOOLS
2015-2020 Strategic Plan
Mission Statement: Educating and empowering for life
100% of students
will graduate
on time.
100% of graduates will be enrolled in post-secondary or in the workforce within six months of their program.
Findlay City Schools will provide safe educational facilities that foster positive learning environments.
Findlay City Schools will develop and implement plans to ensure sufficient funding for current and future operations, programs, and facilities.
FCS will create learning environments in which all students, staff and families will feel physically and emotionally safe, valued, and engaged.
Findlay City Schools will serve as a partner in addressing root issues in Hancock County through collaborative efforts.
EnrollmentADMISSION OF INTERDISTRICT TRANSFER STUDENTS The Board shall permit any student from any school district in Ohio to apply and enroll in the District schools free of any tuition obligation, including special students as defined in O.R.C. 3313.64 (F), provided that all procedures as outlined in the administrative regulation are met,
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The Board believes students should be permitted to attend their school of choice within the District. As such the Board will permit students to apply for attendance at their school of choice based upon criteria established by the school administration. The specific criteria shall include:
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The Findlay City Schools 2017-2020 Strategic Plan Objectives 3 & 4 Finance & Facilities
- Findlay City Schools will provide safe educational facilities that foster positive learning environments.
- Findlay City Schools will develop and implement plans to ensure sufficient funding for current and future operations, programs, and facilities.
Finance/Value/Assessment Strategy: FCS will review facilities routinely, judging their cost effectiveness and potential for future educational capabilities.
Action Steps
- Director of operations will facilitate and maintain a rolling 5 year maintenance plan aligning P.I. revenue with capital and maintenance needs.
- Finance committee, including the treasurer, will utilize a measurement tool to assess facility value. (including improvements, functionality, value of neighborhood, maintenance costs, students served)
- Administration will monitor enrollment trends and its potential impacts on facilities. (structures and grade configuration)
- Facilities department will continue to explore energy savings opportunities.
1:1 Device Initiative
This is an exciting time in Findlay City Schools (FCS). The district is implementing a 1:1 program, one Chromebook computer for each student, in grades 3 through 12 and is adopting Google’s G Suite for Education for all grades. These changes will provide access to communication, resources, and learning tools like never before and are part of our journey to implement student centered learning. Students will be able to communicate, create and collaborate, as well as develop and apply their critical thinking skills in a new age of digital media that was not available to the world just a few years ago.
Findlay City Schools educators are dedicated to continuing to offer rigorous and engaging learning opportunities for students. We’re excited about working with our students as they learn good digital citizenship in a safe and responsible atmosphere. We will continue to be amazed by what our students create and how they incorporate the tools of their generation into the learning that will shape their future. Tools like a Chromebook will allow them access to software that will encourage their artistic abilities, improve their reading and writing, and push them to think critically as they spark new interests and insights into their journey of being a lifelong learner.